Fostex D2424 User Manual

Reference Manual

24 Track Digital Recorder

Model

8288 466 000

POWER

FOOT SW

1/9/17

2/10/18

24TRACK DIGITAL RECORDER

RECORD TRACK

4/12/20 5/13/21 6/14/22 7/15/23

3/11/19

ENVELOPE

ACCESS

9-16

AUTO RTN

CLIPBOARD

AUTO PLAY

24bit 96kHz

OPTICAL

TRACK SHIFT

8/16/24

17-24

ALL INPUT

TRACK SHIFT

SHIFT

AUTO

PUNCH

RECORD

ALL READY

REHEARSAL

TAKE

OUTIN

EDIT SETUP

TC READY TC GEN M.UNDO

STOP

CLIPBOARD PLAY

LOCATE ABS 0

LOCATE REC END

AUTO RTN AUTO PUNCH

START

PREVIEW

UNDO/REDO

PLAY

LOCATE

END

OUTIN

CHARACTER

NEXT TC

PREV TC

VARI PITCH

P.EDIT

REW

F FWD

PGM SEL

DISP SEL

TIME BASE SEL

EXIT/NO

STORE

EJECT

HOLD

LOCATE MEMORY

EXECUTE/YES

CHASE

RECALL

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Fostex D2424. The D2424 is a digital recorder using a 3.5 inch E-IDE hard disk recording media for recording/playback/editing in 24 real tracks plus 32 additional tracks. In addition to non-compression recording at quantization 16 bit/44.1kHz or 48kHz, 24 bit/44.1kHz or 48kHz, 24 bit/88.2kHz or 96kHz, the D2424 is also equipped with adat input/output (by switching from S/P DIF). Besides analog simultaneous record/playback, because it also complies with digital recording (S/P DIF or adat) using DATA input/output and simultaneous recording of analog input plus digital input (S/P DIF or adat), a full digital recording system can be built by combining the D2424 with various digital mixers. In regards to save/load of song data, in addition to using adat digital signals and S/P DIF digital signals, high speed backup of FDMS-3 Ver. 3.0/WAV file through the standard feature SCSI connector, is also possible. Furthermore, by installing an optional Model 9044 (BAY+CADDY), an E-IDE hard disk for backup or the optional Model 9046 (DVD-RAM drive) can be installed enabling high speed backup of FDMS-3 Ver. 3.0/WAV files. For optional units, Model 8345 TC/SYNC card and the Model 8350 AES/EBU card are available and these will also comply to phasing of the standard feature WORD clock and also phasing against slave control by external LTC and VIDEO reference signals. Send/receive of 24 bit/96kHz digital signals by adat input/output, normally not permissible, will also be possible. Please carefully read through this manual together with the separate "Quick Reference Guide" for long and satisfying operation of this equipment.

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Safety Instruction/Contents)

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER - SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

"WARNING"

"TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE."

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

6. Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.

An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its location or position dose not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION:

POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU' AU FOND.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

9. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

10. Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.

11. Grounding or Polarization - The precautions that should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.

12. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

13. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.

14. Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.

15. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.

16. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance; or

E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

17. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Safety Instruction/Contents)

Main Features.....................................................................................................................................................7

Precautions..............................................................................................................................................................8

Names and Functions..........................................................................................................................10

Front panel section............................................................................................................................................................10

Detachable controller section..........................................................................................................................................11

Rear panel section.............................................................................................................................................................18

Display section..................................................................................................................................................................19

Display shown when the power is turned on.......................................................................................19

Preset display...........................................................................................................................................20

Switching the display using the DISP SEL key......................................................................................21

Switching the time base display using the SHIFT key and DISP SEL key..........................................21

Changing programs using the PGM key...............................................................................................21

Warning display.......................................................................................................................................22

Before Starting......................................................................................................................................24

Time Base...........................................................................................................................................................................24

Recording method and REMAIN indicator.....................................................................................................................25

Managing songs by program change function.............................................................................................................26

Real tracks and Additional tracks....................................................................................................................................27

Input monitoring and playback monitoring...................................................................................................................28

Audio file and event...........................................................................................................................................................29

Formatting and Optimizing disks........................................................................................................31

Formatting a current drive disk........................................................................................................................................31

Formatting a brand new hard disk (Current drive)............................................................................32

Reformatting the current drive or newly formatting the backup drive..........................................33

Formatting a backup disk (SCSI disk or optional DVD-RAM disk)..............................................................................33

Optimizing the disk............................................................................................................................................................34

Handling Programs...............................................................................................................................35

Creating a new program...................................................................................................................................................35

Duplicating a program......................................................................................................................................................36

Using a program change function...................................................................................................................................37

Deleting a program............................................................................................................................................................37

Editing a program title.......................................................................................................................................................38

Punch In/Out..........................................................................................................................................39

What is Punch In/Out recording.....................................................................................................................................39

Auto Punch In/Out.............................................................................................................................................................39

Preparation......................................................................................................................................39

Rehearsing Auto Punch In/Out.............................................................................................................40

Auto Punch In/Out Take.........................................................................................................................41

Single undo/redo auto punch in/out...................................................................................................41

Manual Punch In/Out.........................................................................................................................................................42

Preparation......................................................................................................................................42

Rehearsing Manual Punch In/Out.........................................................................................................42

Manual Punch In/Out Take....................................................................................................................43

Single undo/redo manual punch in/out.............................................................................................43

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Recording Digital data.........................................................................................................................44

Digital recording from an external digital device...........................................................................................................44

Digital recording to an external digital device...............................................................................................................46

Connecting a Digital Mixer...............................................................................................................................................47

Recording to a Metronome Sound.....................................................................................................48

Executing of record...........................................................................................................................................................49

Storing a Locate Point.........................................................................................................................50

Storing and editing the locate points to the memory keys...........................................................................................51

Storing in real-time..................................................................................................................................51

Editing and stored data...........................................................................................................................51

Storing and editing LOCATE key.....................................................................................................................................52

Storing in real-time..................................................................................................................................52

Edit and re-store data that is already stored........................................................................................53

Locate Function....................................................................................................................................54

Direct Locate......................................................................................................................................................................54

Auto Play function.............................................................................................................................................................55

Auto Return function.........................................................................................................................................................55

Auto Repeat function........................................................................................................................................................56

Chain Play Function..............................................................................................................................57

Setup of the Chain Play List.............................................................................................................................................58

Setup of the Chain Play Mode......................................................................................................................................59

Specify the Program and Excute Chain Play.................................................................................................................59

Cue & Review Function........................................................................................................................60

Cue & Review function using the REWIND and F FWD buttons..................................................................................60

Cue & Review function using the SHUTTLE dial...........................................................................................................60

Digital scrubbing using the envelope function.............................................................................................................60

Preview Function..................................................................................................................................62

Executing the preview function.......................................................................................................................................63

Trimming the sound while previewing...........................................................................................................................63

Multiple Undo Function........................................................................................................................64

Using the Multiple Undo function....................................................................................................................................65

Editing Tracks........................................................................................................................................66

Copy & Paste and Move & Paste......................................................................................................................................66

Storing the edit point..............................................................................................................................67

Checking and adjusting the edit points................................................................................................67

Executing Copy (or Move)......................................................................................................................67

Checking the clipboard data..................................................................................................................67

Executing Paste.................................................................................................................................................................68

Single undo/redo Paste...........................................................................................................................68

Copy & Paste between programs..................................................................................................................................69

Checking the clipboard data..................................................................................................................69

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Safety Instruction/Contents)

Erase............................................................................................................................................................................................70

Storing the edit points.............................................................................................................................70

Checking and adjusting the edit points................................................................................................71

Executing Erase.................................................................................................................................................................71

Single undo/redo Erase..........................................................................................................................71

Track Exchange.................................................................................................................................................................72

Executing track exchange.......................................................................................................................72

Registering the Track name..........................................................................................................................................74

MIDI Sync Function...............................................................................................................................75

MIDI clock sync system...................................................................................................................................................75

Connecting external equipment............................................................................................................75

Setup of the recorder...............................................................................................................................76

Confirming the MIDI clock sync............................................................................................................76

Executing of recording............................................................................................................................77

MTC sync/MIDI machine control system........................................................................................................................77

Setup to external equipment..................................................................................................................78

Setup of external equipment..................................................................................................................78

Setup of the recorder...............................................................................................................................78

Confirming MTC sync/MMC..................................................................................................................79

Executing of recording............................................................................................................................79

Multitrack system by the slave mode..............................................................................................................................80

Equipment interconnections.................................................................................................................80

Setup of the recorder (#1): <Master>...................................................................................................80

Setup of the recorder (#2) and (#3): <Slave>......................................................................................81

Check chase lock......................................................................................................................................82

Selecting a record track...........................................................................................................................82

Executing of recording............................................................................................................................82

External MIDI equipment sync system by the slave mode...........................................................................................83

Connection to external equipment.......................................................................................................83

Setup of external equipment..................................................................................................................83

Setup of the recorder...............................................................................................................................83

Confirming chase lock............................................................................................................................84

Executing of recording............................................................................................................................84

Saving and Loading Song Data..........................................................................................................85

About saved and loaded data..........................................................................................................................................85

Saving the data using a adat or S/P DIF digital signal...................................................................................................87

Connecting an external device..............................................................................................................87

Setting up an external device.................................................................................................................87

Executing the save operation.................................................................................................................87

Loading the data using a adat or S/P DIF digital signal.................................................................................................89

Connecting the external device.............................................................................................................89

Setting up an external device.................................................................................................................89

Executing the load operation.................................................................................................................89

Saving the deta using SCSI..............................................................................................................................................91

Connecting a SCSI device........................................................................................................................91

Formatting a SCSI disk.............................................................................................................................92

Saving data of an individual program..................................................................................................93

Loading the data using SCSI............................................................................................................................................95

Load the data saved on one removable disk........................................................................................95

Load the data saved on several removable disks................................................................................96

Saving and Loading with IDE2 (E-IDE Hard disk/DVD-RAM)............................................................................................97

Saving data of FDMS-3 Version 3.0.......................................................................................................97

Loading data of FDMS-3 Version 3.0.....................................................................................................98

Save/Load by "WAV" file..................................................................................................................................................99

Saving of "WAV" files............................................................................................................................100

Loading "WAV" files.............................................................................................................................102

Changing the Initial Setting (SETUP mode).....................................................................................105

Selecting SETUP menu....................................................................................................................................106

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Safety Instruction/Contents)

Time Signature Setting...................................................................................................................................107

Setting a Tempo..............................................................................................................................................109

Setting the Metronome function..................................................................................................................111

Setting a Preroll Value....................................................................................................................................112

Setting MIDI Sync Output Signal..................................................................................................................113

Setting an MTC Frame Rate...........................................................................................................................113

Setting an MTC Offset Value..........................................................................................................................114

Setting Offset Mode........................................................................................................................................115

Setting the Slave Type.................................................................................................................................116

Setting the Record Protect function.............................................................................................................116

Setting Digital Input.......................................................................................................................................117

Setting Digital Output....................................................................................................................................118

Setting BAR/BEAT Resolution Mode............................................................................................................119

Setting the MIDI Device Number..................................................................................................................120

Setting the Operating Clock..........................................................................................................................121

Checking the Number of Track Events........................................................................................................122

Setup of the Auto EE mode............................................................................................................................123

Setup of the Foot switch function.................................................................................................................123

Setup of the stop function at the mark point..............................................................................................124

Setup of the reference level...........................................................................................................................125

Setup input/output Balance/Unbalance....................................................................................................126

Drive Format Information....................................................................................................................................127

Drive Setting....................................................................................................................................................129

Setup of the display contrast level...............................................................................................................130

MIDI Implementation Chart..........................................................................................................................131

MMC Command List.....................................................................................................................................132

Inquiry Message List.....................................................................................................................................132

Fostex MIDI System Exclusive Message...................................................................................................133

Status Request........................................................................................................................................134

Data Type...............................................................................................................................................136

Explanation on the Command/Mode set...........................................................................................138

The Status Request/Command...........................................................................................................140

Explanation on the Status Reply..........................................................................................................141

Maintenance.............................................................................................................................................................143

Specifications........................................................................................................................................................143

APPENDIX (Operational manual for the recorder with the Model 8345 TC/SYNC card installed)

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Main features/Precautions)

Main features

The unit’s recorder section uses a recording format called FDMS-3 Ver 3.0 (Fostex Disk Management System-

3). It uses an E-IDE hard disk as the recording media.

• A removable cartridge for easy installation and replacement of the hard disk at the front panel is employed.

• By installing the optional Model 9044 (BAY + CADDY), an E-IDE hard disk for backup can then be installed. Furthermore, it will also be possible to install the optional Model 9046 (DVD-RAM drive).

• The recorder features non-destructive audio editing (a great advantage of digital recording) such as Copy & Paste, Move & Paste, Erase, etc. You can choose Time Base (ABS or MTC) or MIDI bar/beat/clock as the recorder.

• It contains the “Track exchange function” to allow exchanges between real tracks or between real track and the additional track.

• A “Preview function” allows for an intuitive fineadjustment of an editing point (locate point).

• “Single undo/redo” for reprocessing record/edit mistakes and “Multiple undo” by time jump is possible (On/off can be set when formatting).

• MIDI clock and Song Position Pointer can be transmitted according to the internal programmable Tempo Map. You can set up a synchronization system with a sequencer or a rhythm machine without wasting a track.

• You can use the recorder as a sync slave machine by sending MTC from a connected device.

• The recorder supports MTC, MMC, and Fostex System Exclusive Message, which allows for advanced control and high-precision synchronization from external sequencing software. You can set the device number and MTC frame rate for MMC and Fostex System Exclusive Message. Also, “MTC Offset function” and “Offset Mode function” are useful for setting up a sync environment using an external sequencing software.

• Auto Punch In/Out and Manual Punch In/Out functions offer two modes: “Take” for a real recording, and “Rehearsal” for monitoring the part between the in and out points.

• A “Vari Pitch function” allows you to fine-tune the pitch.

• The [Digital input setup function], to allow digital recording of S/P DIF digital signals from CD/MD, and adat digital signals from adat equipment, are provided.

• A digital output setup function is provided to digitally output, by selecting from the real track, any 2 output sources (S/P DIF) or 8 output sources (adat).

• You can also use the DATA INPUT and OUTPUT jacks to an external DAT or adat, and to save and load song data (audio data and SETUP mode settings) to and from the DAT or adat.

• High-speed SCSI Save/Load is also an option by connecting a non-DAT or adat SCSI backup drive. WAV file Save/Load is possible by using a DOS formatted SCSI type disk.

• Save/load of FMDS-3 or WAV file is possible by using the E-IDE hard disk for backup or the optional Model 9046 (DVD-RAM drive).

• In addition to cueing by JOG/SHUTTLE, digital scrubbing using the envelope function is also possible.

• The “Program Select function” enables you to select a song from up to 99 songs and name the songs.

• A “Bar/Beat Resolution function” is used to edit audio at the beginning of the beat (round up or round off to a beat).

• The “Metronome function” can be used as a rhythm guide for recording.

• Various edit functions using an edit point (locate point), such as Copy & Paste, Move & Paste, Erase, Auto Punch In/Out, Auto Locate, are available. You can also locate ABS 0 or REC END regardless of the edit point (locate point).

• A maximum of 99 Locate Pointers can be programmed for a LOCATE only feature. Simply select the LOCATE number desired for swift location.

• You can set a preroll time of 0 to 10 seconds.

• A “Disk Remain Display function” offers a clear indication of available recording time and disk space (in mono track recording). You can choose the Time Base from ABS, MTC, and BAR/BEAT/CLK.

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Main features/Precautions)

Precautions

• Be sure to connect the recorder to the power supply specified in the Specifications section of this Reference Manual. Do not use an AC outlet of any other voltage.

• Do not connect the recorder to the same AC outlet to which devices that could generate noise (such as a large motor or dimmer), or the devices that consume a large amount of power (such as an air conditioning system or large electric heater) are connected.

• If you use the recorder in an area with a different power voltage, first consult your dealer or the nearest FOSTEX service station. You can use the recorder with a power frequency of 50Hz or 60Hz.

• It is very dangerous to use a power cord that is frayed or damage. In such a case, stop using the recorder immediately and ask your dealer to repair the cord.

• To avoid possible electric shock and damage to the recorder, avoid contact with water or other liquids, or do not handle the power plug while your hands are wet.

• Do not install the recorder in locations subject to the following:

* Extremely high or low temperature, or

significant changes in temperature. * Excessive humidity or dust. * Excessive changes in power supply voltage. * Unstable or significantly vibrating or shaking

surfaces. * Near a strong magnetic field (such as a TV or

speaker).

• If you move the recorder from a place with an excessively low temperature to a warm place, or if you use the recorder in a room in which the temperature varies significantly during winter, condensation may occur on the hard disk or other parts. In such cases, leave the recorder for about an hour in the new location before you turn on the power.

Note on repair

• This recorder does not use any parts that users can repair easily. Contact your dealer or the nearest FOSTEX service station to ask about repairs.

• To prevent possible electric shock and damage to the recorder, do not remove the main unit cover or reach the inside the unit.

• Do not let water or other liquid, or metal objects such aspins, accidentally enter the inside of the recorder because this may lead to electric shock or damage. Should water enter the inside of the recorder, remove the power plug from the AC outlet, and consult your dealer or the nearest FOSTEX service station.

• To prevent damage to the recorder, be sure to power on the connected devices first, then turn on the power to the recorder.

• Before turning the power off to the recorder, first quit SETUP mode and make sure that the recorder section is stopped. Especially, never attempt to turn off the power to the recorder while the hard disk is accessing data (the HD ACCESS LED is lit or flashing). Otherwise, not only will you lose recorded data, but you may damage to the recorder. FOSTEX is not responsible for the data lost during operation of the recorder.

• Use the packing carton designed for the recorder when you transport the recorder to the dealer for repair or return. If you have discarded the packing box, try to pack the recorder completely using shock absorbing materials. Fostex is not responsible for malfunction or damage due to incomplete packaging or caused during transport.

About copyrights

• It is prohibited by law to use any part of a CD recording or video images or audio data for which copyright is possessed by a third party for commercial purposes such as contents, broadcasts, sales, or distribution- any purpose other than for your personal pleasure.

About damage

• FOSTEX is not responsible for any “direct damage” or “indirect damage” caused by using the recorder.

• Before you change the location of the recorder, pack the recorder in the shipping carton or an impactresistant case. Make sure that the recorder is kept free from external vibration or impact since the recorder is very sensitive to vibration.

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions)

Front panel-1

POWER

FOOT SW

1/9/17

2/10/18

24TRACK DIGITAL RECORDER

RECORD TRACK

4/12/20 5/13/21 6/14/22 7/15/23

3/11/19

ENVELOPE

ACCESS

9-16

AUTO RTN

AUTO PLAY

SHIFT

AUTO

24bit

PUNCH

96kHz

OPTICAL

RECORD

TRACK SHIFT

8/16/24

17-24

ALL INPUT

TRACK SHIFT

ALL READY

Front panel-2

24TRACK DIGITAL RECORDER

CLIPBOARD

START

OUTIN

EDIT SETUP

TC READY TC GEN M.UNDO

REHEARSAL

TAKE

PLAY

STOP

CLIPBOARD PLAY

LOCATE ABS 0

LOCATE REC END

PREVIEW

UNDO/REDO

LOCATE

REW

AUTO RTN

AUTO PUNCH

OUTIN

CHARACTER PREV

PREV TC

VARI PITCH

EXIT/NO

PGM SEL

END

DISP SEL

NEXT TC

TIME BASE SEL

P.ED IT

F FWD

EXECUTE/YES

EJECT

CHASE

LOCATE MEMORY

STORE

RECALL

HOLD

Rear panel

ANALOG INPUT BALANCE [ +4dBu ] / UNBALANCE [ -10dBv ] ANALOG OUTPUT BALANCE [ +4dBu ] / UNBALANCE [ -10dBv ]

ANALOG INPUT BALANCE [ +4dBu ] / UNBALANCE [ -10dBV ]

DATA

INPUT

8 - 1

24 - 17

16 - 9

5678

OUTPUT

24 - 17

16 - 9

2324

WORD

75Ω

ON OFF

OUTPUT

INPUT

8 - 1

OUTPUTINPUT

MIDI

ANALOG OUTPUT BALANCE [ +4dBu ] / UNBALANCE [ -10dBV ]

THRU

24bit/96kHz

1718

SCSI

234

13141516

CAUTION

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

AVIS:

NE PAS OUVRIR

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

REMOTE

RS422

REMOTE

100Ω

ON OFF

THRU

AC-IN

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions)

Names and Functions

Front Panel section

POWER

24TRACK DIGITAL RECORDER

1. Detachable remote controller connector

The detachable remote controller is connected here. You can remove the controller. Connect the optional extension cable (Model 8551B) to extend the distance.

2. Controller mount

The detachable remote controller is mounted on the front panel.

3. Hard disk access LED (Red)

This LED lights up or blinks when the hard disk is writing or reading data. (Same as the ACCESS LED on the detachable remote controller.)

4. Lock/Unlock key

When you remove or install the hard disk cartridge, you need to lock/unlock here using the included key.

5. Hard disk power LED (Green)

This LED lights up if the hard disk operates correctly when you turn the power on to the recorder.

24bit/96kHz

<Note>

The recorder package contains a caddy (without a hard disk). Install your hard disk in this caddy.

7. Blank panel for installing an optional unit

This is used when installing the optional Model 9044 (BAY+CADDY). Another E-IDE hard disk can be installed by mounting the Model 9044. Because the Model 9044 must be mounted by the Fostex Service Station, please inquire at your store of purchase or the Fostex Service Station.

8. Power switch

This switch turns the main power to the recorder on/off.

Before turning the power off to the recorder, first quit the SETUP mode and make sure that the recorder section is stopped. Especially, never attempt to turn off the power to the recorder while the hard disk is accessing data (the ACCESS LED is lit or flashing). Otherwise, not only will you lose recorded data, you may damage to the unit.

6. Removable hard disk cartridge slot

This slot is used to insert a removable hard disk cartridge. This system allows you to replace the hard disk easily.

* Refer to “

on how to replace the removable hard disk cartridge.

Quick operation Guide

” for more information

<Note>

Should this power switch be switched On/Off in quick succession, in some cases it will fail to switch On at all. This is due to functioning of the internal protection circuit and is not a breakdown. Consequently, should such a symptom appear, switch Off power for a moment, then switch On again after waiting 1 or 2 minutes.

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions)

AUTO RTN AUTO PLAY

Detachable Controller section

23456789

121314 15

24TRACK DIGITAL RECORDER

1/9/17

2/10/18

FOOT SW

1. Controller Connection Cable

Connect this cable to the recorder controller connection jack.

2. Record track select key

[RECORD TRACK/ENVELOPE]

"SAFE-READY" of the recording track can be selected (The track can be selected by shifting to 1-8, 9-16 or 17-24 with the [TRACK SHIFT] key.

If the select key is pressed once, that track will be in the READY state and the track display ( ) will blink. It will change to SAFE if pressed again and the track display will be extinguished. When recording is started from the READY mode, the blinking track display will light. If the [RECORD] button only is pressed from the READY mode, the READY track only will enter input monitor mode, and the recording level can be adjusted. If the [RECORD] button is pressed once again, the D2424 will return to repro monitoring.

If any select key is pressed together with the [SHIFT] key, the envelope function of that track can be executed. This key is also used for editing such as copy paste, move paste and erase.

* Refer to page “28” for details about the reproduction

monitor and the input monitor.

* Refer to page “60” for details about the envelope

function.

* Refer to page “66” for details about the copy/paste

and move/paste function.

RECORD TRACK

4/12/20 5/13/21 6/14/22 7/15/23

3/11/19

ENVELOPE

ACCESS

9-16

8/16/24

17-24

3233

TRACK SHIFT

ALL INPUT

TRACK SHIFT

24bit 96kHz

OPTICAL

AUTO RTN

AUTO PLAY

SHIFT

AUTO

PUNCH

RECORD

ALL READY

CLIPBOARD

OUTIN

EDIT SETUP

TC READY TC GEN M.UNDO

REHEARSAL

TAKE

STOP

CLIPBOARD PLAY

LOCATE ABS 0

LOCATE REC END

PLAY

START

PREVIEW

UNDO/REDO

LOCATE

AUTO PUNCH

REW

AUTO RTN

OUTIN

CHARACTER PREV

PREV TC

VARI PITCH

EXIT/NO

PGM SEL

END

DISP SEL

NEXT TC

TIME BASE SEL

P.ED IT

F FWD

STORE

EJECT

HOLD

LOCATE MEMORY

EXECUTE/YES

CHASE

RECALL

* All TRACK SHIFT LED extinguished: Tracks 1-8 can be selected. * "9-16" are lighted: Tracks 9-16 can be selected. * "17-24" are lighted: Tracks 17-24 can be selected.

All real track input monitors can be switch on or off each press of this key while pressing [SHIFT] key. When all tracks are set to input monitor, the ALL INPUT LED will light.

4. Auto Play/Auto Return key [AUTO RTN/PLAY]

Pressing this key repeatedly will change Auto Play mode, Auto Return mode, and Repeat mode On/Off

as follows: (

AUTO RTN AUTO PLAY

Auto Play mode:

In this mode, playback will start automatically after the START point is located. This function is effective at any locate points other than the REC END point.

: LED off, : LED light up)

Auto Return/ Auto Play mode is OFF.

(No indication)

Auto Play mode is ON.

(Only the AUTO PLAY LED is lit. )

Auto Return mode is ON.

(Only the AUTO RTN LED is lit. )

Auto Repeat mode is ON.

(Both AUTO PLAY and AUT RTN LEDs are lit. )

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3. Track shift key [TRACK SHIFT/ALL INPUT]

When selecting a recording track, this is pressed to shift to the selectable track. With each pressing of the key, the TRACK SHIFT LED will sequentially switch in order of: "Extinguish" - "Lighting of 9-16"

- "Lighting of 17-24" - "Extinguish" to indicate the modes listed below

Auto Return mode:

When the END point is reached during playback, the START point is automatically located in this mode. This function is effective only when the START and END points have been specified.

<Note>

The Auto Return function is works only during playback. In the recording mode, the START point will not be located automatically when the END point is reached.

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Auto Repeat mode:

This mode is a combination of Auto Play and Auto Return, and plays back the part between the START and END points repeatedly. The auto repeat function is effective only when the START and END points have been specified correctly.

* Refer to page “54” for details.

5. Clipboard In key [CLIPBOARD IN/PREVIEW]

This key is used to store and recall the In point (CLIPBOARD IN point) for the Copy or Move operation. You can locate a stored CLIPBOARD IN point. If you press the [CLIPBOARD IN] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key when the recorder is stopped, you can preview the fade-in part at the stored CLIPBOARD IN point.

* Refer to page “66” for copying/moving data. * Refer to page “54” for locating the CLIPBOARD IN

point.

* Refer to page “62” for previewing data at the

CLIPBOARD IN point.

6. Clipboard Out key [CLIPBOARD OUT/PREVIEW]

This key is used to store and recall the Out point (CLIPBOARD OUT point) for the Copy or Move operation. You can locate a stored CLIPBOARD OUT point. If you press the [CLIPBOARD OUT] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key when the recorder is stopped, you can preview the fade-out part at the stored CLIPBOARD OUT point.

* Refer to page “54” for locating the CLIPBOARD OUT

point. * Refer to page “66” for copying/moving data. * Refer to page “62” for previewing data at the

CLIPBOARD OUT point.

7. Auto Return Start key

[AUTO RTN START/PREVIEW]

This key is used to store and recall the start point (AUTO RTN START point) for the Auto Return or Auto Repeat operation. You can locate a stored AUTO RTN START point. If you press the [AUTO RTN START] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key when the recorder is stopped, you can preview the fadein part at the stored AUTO RTN START point.

* Refer to page “54” for locating the AUTO RTN START

point. * Refer to page “66” for copying/moving data. * Refer to page “62” for previewing data at the AUTO

RTN START point.

8. Auto Punch In key [AUTO PUNCH IN/PREVIEW]

This key is used to store and recall the recording start point (AUTO PUNCH IN point) for the Auto Punch IN/OUT operation. This point is also used as an erase point. You can locate a stored AUTO PUNCH IN point. If you press the [AUTO PUNCH IN] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key when the recorder is stopped, you can preview the fade-out part at the stored AUTO PUNCH IN point.

* Refer to page “39” for more information about Auto

Punch In/Out recording.

* Refer to page “66” for more information about pasting

data.

* Refer to page “70” for more information about the

Erase operations.

* Refer to page “62” for previewing data at the AUTO

PUNCH IN point.

9. Auto Punch Out key [AUTO PUNCH OUT/PREVIEW]

This key is used to store and recall the recording end point (AUTO PUNCH OUT point) for the Auto Punch IN/OUT operation. This point is also used as an erase point. You can locate a stored AUTO PUNCH OUT point. If you press the [AUTO PUNCH OUT] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key when the recorder is stopped, you can preview the fade-in part at the stored AUTO PUNCH OUT point.

* Refer to page “39” for more information about Auto

Punch In/Out recording.

* Refer to page “70” for more information about the

Erase operation.

* Refer to page “62” for previewing data at the AUTO

PUNCH OUT point.

Memory keys (CLIPBOARD IN, CLIPBOARD OUT, AUTO RTN START, AUTO PUNCH IN, AUTO PUNCH OUT, and AUTO RTN END keys) have the following common functions:

• Pressing a Memory key to recall the point the key is storing displays the memory data (time, or bar/beat/ clock) currently stored in that key; then the recorder enters data edit mode. To edit data, use the [SHUTTLE] dial to move among the digits, and then use the [JOG] dial to change the value.

• After you finish editing data, press the [STORE] key, and then press one of the Memory keys into which you want to store the point. The edited data will be stored in the specified Memory key.

• While the current position of the recorder is indicated, press the [STORE] key, then one of the Memory keys into which you want to store the data. The current position or the recorder will be stored in the Memory key. You can do this while the recorder is running or stopped.

• Press a desired Memory key, and then press the [LOCATE] key to locate the point stored in that Memory key (time, or bar/beat/clock).

• In Setup mode, you can save or load song data for each Program.

• All data will be retained after you turn off the power.

* Refer to page “50” for more information on memory

data.

* Refer to page “54” for more information on the Locate

function.

* Refer to pages “26” and “37” for more information

on the Program Change function.

* Refer to page “85” for more information on saving

and loading song data.

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10. Auto Return End key [AUTO RTN END/PREVIEW]

This key is used to store and recall the end point (AUTO RTN END point) for the Auto Return or Auto Repeat operation. You can locate a stored AUTO RTN END point. If you press the [AUTO RTN END] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key when the recorder is stopped, you can preview the fade-out part at the stored AUTO RTN END point.

* Refer to page “54” for locating the AUTO RTN END

point. * Refer to page “66” for copying/moving data. * Refer to page “62” for previewing data at the AUTO

RTN END point.

11. Display Select key [DISP SEL/TIME BASE SEL]

This key is used to change the display mode. Pressing this key repeatedly will change the display mode as follows:

The current position

Disk space (remain)

MTC IN or TC IN display

If an optional Model 8345 TC/SYNC card is installed, information in the MTC IN or TC IN will differ depending on "Ref. TC?" menu setting (MTC or LTC) in the SETUP mode. If the card is not installed, "00h 00m 00s 00f 00sf" will always be displayed.

* Refer to page "25" in regards to REMAIN, page "

on the SETUP menu, and the APPENDIX on details if the Model 8345 TC/SYNC card is installed.

Pressing this key while holding down the [SHIFT] key will switch the Time Base (*) as follows. The Time Base can be set when the display shows the recorder’s current position or the available disk space (REMAIN).

ABS time base

Bar/beat/clk time base

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12. Program select key [PGM SEL]

This key has the following two functions depending on the setup condition of "Chain Play MD?" (Setup of the Chain Play Mode) in the SETUP mode.

The D2424 will switch to setup of a new program and the program select execution mode when this key is pressed.

* Refer to page “37” for program select function.

You can specify the program at executing chain play when this key is pressed.

* Refer to page “57” for details on the chain play mode.

13. Store key [STORE/HOLD]

This key is for storing time figures (or measure/beat/ clock figure) in any memory key. Following this key, when each memory key is pressed, data shown in the display will be stored in their respective memory key. Using "Press LOCATE **", which is shown after pressing the [RECALL] key, if this key is pressed after input of any number (00-99) in "**," it is registered as time data for the specified locate number. If this key is pressed while holding down on the [SHIFT] key, the currently shown time (BAR/BEAT/ CLK) will be held and this data can then be edited. After editing, the time thus edited will be stored using the procedure above.

* Refer to page “50” for registering in the memory key.

14. Exit key/No key [EXIT/NO/EJECT]

The opposite of the [EXECUTE/YES] key, this key is used to stop operation. When using a removable type SCSI device for backup, if the "Drive setting" in the SETUP mode is set to "SCSI6", the SCSI disk can be ejected by pressing this key while pressing on the [SHIFT] key when the SCSI disk is stopped.

MTC time base

(*) Time Base:

The recorder uses time display (ABS or MTC) or Bar/Beat/ Clock display to indicate the current position of the recorder section. These displays are called “Time Base.” ABS (Absolute Time) shows the absolute time of the disk, and MTC (MIDI Time code) shows the relative time obtained by adding an MTC offset value to the ABS value. Bar/Beat/Clock (BAR/BEAT/CLK) indicates a position within a piece of music and conforms to the MIDI clock and Song Position Pointers created on the internal Tempo Map.

* Refer to pages “24” and “

about MTC and the internal Tempo Map.

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15. Execute/Yes key [EXECUTE/YES/CHASE]

Press this key to execute the operation when you edit data on the hard disk using the edit functions such as Paste and Erase, when you put the recorder into SETUP mode, or when you set the parameters in the SETUP menu. Pressing this key while holding down the [SHIFT] key allows you to select the Slave mode on/off.

* Refer to page “66” for more information about using

this key for the Paste or Erase operation.

* Refer to page “

this key in SETUP mode.

* Refer to page "80", “83” for more information about

using this key for the Slave Mode operation.

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16. Recall key [RECALL]

This is pressed to call out the time figure (or bar/ beat/clk figure) data stored in locate number (0-

99). If the [LOCATE] key is pressed after pressing this key, the RECALL LED will light and "Press LOCATE**" is displayed. Next, by pressing the [LOCATE] key after specifying a desired locate number, the time figure in memory will be recalled into the specified number and the recorder will enter the edit mode. Press the [LOCATE] key to execute this time figure.

* Refer to page "54" for more information about using

this key for the Locate operation.

17. Next key [NEXT/NEXT TC]

If this key is pressed when in the recorder is in the PLAY/STOP/F FWD or REW mode, locate will be executed to the next memory point from the present location point. When inputting characters in the title edit mode, it serves as a character short cut function. The memory number can be advanced with each press of this key when the recorder displays "Press LOCATE: **".

18. Previous key [PREV/PREV TC]

If this key is pressed when the recorder is in the PLAY/STOP/F FWD or REW mode, locate will be executed to the one previous memory point. When inputting character in the title edit mode, this serves as a character short cut function. The memory number selecting during display of "Press LOCATE: **", the memory number can be reverted with each press of this key.

19. Jog/Shuttle dial

Jog dial (inside):

Turning the [JOG] dial while the recorder is stopped performs digital scrubbing in either direction, which allows you to check the audio and locate a point without any change in pitch. The [JOG] dial is also used to change values in the data edit mode or when the pitch data is displayed. It also allows you to select a parameter to set in Setup mode.

Shuttle dial (outside):

FWD and REW direction shuttle operation in the STOP mode is possible at +/-1 ~ 64 times fast winding in the no sound state. On the other hand, FWD and REW direction shuttle operation in the PLAY mode is possible in the CUE playback mode at +1 ~ 8 and -1 ~ -7 times speed while cueing. In addition, while in the display edit mode, the editing point can be moved.

* Refer to page “50” for more information about the

editing the memory data.

* Refer to page “

mode.

* Refer to page “60” for more information about Digital

Scrubbing.

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20. Vari-pitch key [VARI PITCH/P. EDIT]

Use this key to turn the Vari-pitch function on and off. When this function is enabled, the corresponding LED lights up. When this function is disabled, the LED turns off. The range of pitch variation for playback and recording is +/-6.0%, in 0.1% steps. Press the [SHIFT] key, and then the [VARI PITCH] key to display the current pitch data. To change the pitch data, use the [JOG] dial to change the value while the pitch data is displayed. You can also change the playback speed when the data is being played back with the Vari-pitch function ON. To quit the pitch data display, press the [EXIT/ NO] key, or the [STOP] button.

<Notes>

* Even if the pitch data is 0.0% (no speed change),

pressing the [VARI PITCH] key will still turn on the VARI PITCH function. The speed is not changed, but the Vari Pitch is turned on.

* The Vari Pitch function will automatically turn off

under the following conditions:

1.You have turned off and on the power to this recorder. The pitch data will be reset to 0.0%.

2. You have pressed the [EXECUTE/YES] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key to turn the "SLAVE mode" on (the setting pitch data remains).

3. You set "Digital In" of the SETUP mode to a SYNC mode ("SPDIF :Sync" or "adat :Sync") and the recorder is locking to the external clock from DIGITAL IN or WORD IN. In consequence, [DIGITAL] and [EXT] indicators light in the display.

4.You have installed the optional Model 8345 TC/SYNC card in this recorder and set the LTC OUT to [Gen.].

* Refer to “Quick Operation Guide” for more

information on the Vari-pitch function.

* Refer to pages “80” and “83” for more information on

Slave mode.

21. Fast Forward button [F FWD]

Pressing this button while the recorder section is stopped will fast forward data at 30 times speed. Pressing this button in Play mode will cue data (you can hear sound during the fast forward operation) at five times speed. Pressing this button while holding down the [STOP] button will initiate the “LOCATE ABS REC END” operation, and immediately locate the end of the recorded data on the Program (ABS REC END). (Refer to the “STOP button” section for more information about LOCATE ABS REC END.)

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22. Locate key [LOCATE]

Use this key to start to start the LOCATE feature. Pressing this key after a memory key (CLIPBOARD IN/OUT, AUTO RTN START/END, AUTO PUNCH IN/ OUT) locates the memory data programmed in each respective key (time mode or bar, beat, clock setting). The data can be programmed by individually setting it with one of the 99 (01-99) LOCATE numbers of the [LOCATE] key. Note that the data of memory number 00 is available in addition to LOCATE numbers 01-99. The last LOCATE time setting (bar, beat, clock setting) constantly replaces the data stored in the [LOCATE] key as data in memory number 00. Therefore, it is possible to press this key alone to repeatedly LOCATE the same point. These data can be individually stored in programs P1-P99. The data for each program is SAVED or LOADED for each program when the song data is designated for SAVE/LOAD in the SETUP mode. This data is maintained even when the power is turned OFF.

* Refer to page “54” for more information about the

Locate function.

25. Play button [PLAY]

Pressing this button will cause the recorder to play back. Pressing this button while holding down the [RECORD] button will start recording. Pressing this button while holding down the [STOP] button will perform the Clipboard playback operation. Refer to the section “STOP button” for more information on the Clipboard playback. Pressing the [PLAY] button during recording will stop recording.

26. Setup key [SETUP/TC GEN]

Press this key to puts the recorder in the SETUP mode to execute various operations. This key works when the recorder is stopped. To exit from the SETUP mode, either press the [EXIT/NO] key or the STOP button. If the optional Model 8345 TC/SYNC card is installed and external time code is being input, you can enter the generator setup mode by pressing this key while pressing on the [SHIFT] key.

* Refer to page “

mode.

* Refer to "

generator setup mode.

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APPENDIX

” for more information on SETUP

" for more information about

23. Rewind button [REWIND]

Pressing this button while the recorder section is stopped will rewind data at 30 times speed. Pressing this button in Play mode will cue data (you can hear sound while rewinding) at five times speed. Pressing this button while holding down the [STOP] button will perform the “LOCATE ABS 0” operation, and immediately locate the beginning of the Program (ABS TIME: 00m: 00s: 00f). (Refer to the “STOP button” section for more information about LOCATE ABS 0.)

24. Undo/Redo key [UNDO/REDO/M. UNDO]

If you wish to restore the status prior to editing, recording, or performing a punch in/out take, press the [UNDO/REDO] key. Pressing the [UNDO/REDO] key again will return you to where you were before you pressed the [UNDO/REDO] key the first time. If the current drive you are using has been formatted with the multiple undo function switched ON, you can execute multiple undo by pressing this key while holding down the [SHIFT] key.

<Note>

This key is enabled only when the recorder is stopped.

* Refer to pages “41”, “43”, “68” and “71” for more

information about the single Undo/Redo operation.

* Refer to page "64" for more information about

Multiple Undo function.

27. Stop button [STOP]

Pressing this button will stop the transport section of the recorder. Pressing the PLAY, REWIND, or F FWD button while holding down this button will cause the recorder to perform the following operation:

[STOP] button + [PLAY] button

Clipboard playback (The STOP LED will flash and the PLAY LED will light up.) *1

[STOP] button + [REWIND] button

Locate ABS 0 *2

[STOP] button + [F FWD] button

Locate REC END *3

Pressing the [STOP] button will abort the editing operations and display the current position of the recorder, if you wish to:

* quit the data edit mode, * cancel the recall or store operation, * quit the pitch data display, * cancel the edit operation, such as pasting, or * cancel the SETUP menu settings.

Pressing the foot switch while holding down this button allows you to turn the punch in/out rehearsal mode ON/OFF.

*1 Clipboard playback:

The recorder plays back the copy data or move data for the Clipboard. During audio playback of the copy or move data, the FL will display the time length and data type (“Copy Clip Play!” or “Move Clip Play!”), and the copy or move source track indicator will flash, enabling you to quickly determine the track and data type.

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*2 Locate ABS 0:

The recorder will locate the top of the selected Program (ABS TIME: 00m: 00s: 00f).

*3 Locate REC END:

The recorder will locate the end of the recorded data on the Program (ABS REC END).

These operations can be executed only on real tracks.

* Refer to page “24” of the “Before Starting” section

for more information about ABS 0 and ABS END.

* Refer to page “42” for more information about Punch

In/Out recording using the foot switch. * Refer to page "67" on details for "Clip board play." * Refer to page "54" on details for "LOCATE 0" and

"LOCATE REC END."

28. Edit key [EDIT/TC READY]

Pressing this key enters the recorder to the menu select mode for editing tracks. Press this key repeatedly or turn the [JOG] dial to select menu. Edit menus appear in the following order. To execute a desired menu, select the menu, then press the [EXECUTE/YES] key. To exit the selection mode, press the [EXIT/NO] key. If the optional Model 8345 TC/SYNC card is installed, you can enter the TC READY mode for recording time code by pressing this key while pressing on the [SHIFT] key.

Copy Clip?

29. Record button [RECORD]

Pressing only this button places the readied tracks into input monitoring status. Pressing this button again will reset the tracks to playback monitoring. (The RECORD LED will blink when the readied tracks are in input monitoring status.) Pressing the [PLAY] button while holding down this button will place the readied tracks into recording. At this time, the PLAY LED and RECORD LED will light, and the readied track indication will be light steadily (instead of blinking).

* Refer to page “28” of the “Before Starting” section for

more information about input monitoring and reproduce monitoring.

30. Auto Punch Mode On/Off key [AUTO PUNCH]

Switch this key ON for auto punch in/out. When you press this key while a correct value is stored to the [AUTO PUNCH IN] key and the [AUTO PUNCH OUT] key, both the REHEARSAL LED and TAKE LED will blink, indicating that Auto Punch mode is on. (If a correct value is not stored, pressing the [AUTO PUNCH] key will not turn the parameter ON, and the message “Void Out Point!” will appear.)

Pressing the [PLAY] button under this condition will put the recorder into “Rehearsal mode” for Auto Punch In/Out recording. Pressing the [PLAY] button and [RECORD] button simultaneously will put the recorder into “Take mode.”

Move Clip?

Copy Paste? (Move Paste?(*1))

Erase?

Track Exchange?

PGM Duplicate?(*2)

(*1): After you execute copy clip, “Copy Paste”

appears. After you execute move clip, “Move Paste” appears.

(*2): The program duplicate display will appear only

if the current drive was set to ON for the "Multiple Undo Function" when formatting. If the current drive is set to OFF, the program duplicate display will not appear even if the [EDIT] key is pressed.

* Refer to page “66” for more information about “Copy

Clip,” “Move Clip,” “Copy Paste,” “Erase,” and “Track Exchange.”

* Refer to page “36” for more information about

program duplicate function.

There are five combinations of the REHEARSAL LED and TAKE LED that indicate the status of the recorder regarding auto punch recording:

Auto Punch mode OFF

Both REHEARSAL LED and TALE LED are off.

Auto Punch mode ON

Both REHEARSAL LED and TALE LED are blinking.

Auto Punch TAKE mode

Only the TAKE LED (red) is lit.

Auto Punch REHEARSAL mode

Only the REHEARSAL LED (green) is lit.

Rehearsal mode entered by means of MMC or foot switch

Only the REHEARSAL LED (green) is blinking.

<Note>

This key is enabled only when the recorder is stopped.

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<Note>

If a correct value is not stored, pressing the [AUTO PUNCH] key will not enable the function, and the message “Void Out Point!” will appear. If a correct value is not stored, pressing the [AUTO PUNCH] key will not turn on the function, and the message “Void Out Point” will alert you. In this case, set a correct value for the Auto Punch In/Out point. Also, the function is not turned on when you press the [AUTO PUNCH] key if the disk does not have enough recording space. The display will indicate “-**h**m**s**f Over.”

Punch In/Out mode

Auto Punch In/Out

AUTO

PUNCH

Rehearsal Take Rehearsal

AUTO

PUNCH

REHEARSAL TAKE

AUTO

PUNCH

REHEARSAL TAKE

Rehearsal Punch In/Out using a foot switch or MMC (Auto Punch mode ODD).

AUTO

PUNCH

AUTO

PUNCH

REHEARSAL TAKE

AUTO

PUNCH

Take

REHEARSAL TAKE

* Refer to page “ * Refer to the

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APPENDIX

at end of this manual in regards

to the TC generator mode.

* Refer to page "64" for details on multiple undo

function.

* Refer to the

Quick Operation Guide

in regards to editing

of Vari Pitch data. * Refer to page "62" for details on preview. * Refer to page "60" for details on the envelope function.

<Note>

Ejecting or removing the backup SCSI disk is only possible when the drive is set to [SCSI*] via the SETUP mode "Setup of the drive." If the drive is set to [IDE], eject it using the SCSI drive EJECT switch.

32. All Input LED [ALL INPUT]

This is lit when all track input monitors are set to ON by pressing the [TRACK SHIFT] key while pressing the [SHIFT] key, and extinguished when set to OFF. While in the SETUP mode, it is also possible to automatically set it to all input monitors while the recorder is in the stop mode.

* For details, refer to

page 28

at end of this manual.

:go off :light up

:blink

* Refer to page “39” for details about Punch In/Out

operation.

31. Shift key [SHIFT]

Press a key, or button while holding down the [SHIFT] key to activate the following “shift-invoked” functions.

Key with SHIFT function

RECORD TRACK SELECT keys

TRACK SHIFT key

RECORD button

CLIPBOARD IN/OUT key AUTO PUNCH IN/OUT key AUTO RTN START/END key

EXIT/NO key

EXECUTE/YES key

DISP SEL key

EDIT key

SETUP key

UNDO/REDO key

VARI PITCH key

Executes the envelope function of the selected track.

Switches ON/OFF of the input monitor for all tracks.

Switches SAFE-READY for all tracks.

Executes preview of the stored point of each memory key.

Ejects disk in the external SCSI drive. Please see <Note> below.

Switches the slave mode ON/OFF.

Selects the time base.

Switches TC READY ON/OFF.

Enters the TC GEN setup mode.

Enters the multiple undo executing mode.

Enters the vari pitch data editing mode.

Function

33. Track shift LED [9-16, 17-24] (green)

This is lit when the selectable recording track is shifted to 9-16 or 17-24.

34. Hard disk access LED (green)

This LED lights up or blinks when the hard disk is writing or reading data.

Do not turn the power off while this LED is lit or blinking. Otherwise, data on the hard disk may be damaged.

35. Foot switch jack [FOOT SW]

(Connector: PHONE jack) Punch in/out (also for rehearsal) or PLAY/STOP of the recorder can be done by foot by connecting the optional foot switch. The foot switch function can be changed in the SETUP mode. It will not function for punch in/out function in the initial setting.).

* Refer to page “42” for information about Punch In/

Out recording using the foot switch.

<Note>

Be sure to use an “unlatch type” foot switch if you use a foot switch other than the Model 8051. Otherwise, a malfunction could occur.

36. Meter display

This meter display shows the signal level and settings.

* Refer to the “Display section” on page “19.”

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Rear panel section

ANALOG INPUT BALANCE [ +4dBu ] / UNBALANCE [ -10dBv ] ANALOG OUTPUT BALANCE [ +4dBu ] / UNBALANCE [ -10dBv ]

ANALOG INPUT BALANCE [ +4dBu ] / UNBALANCE [ -10dBV ]

24 - 17

DATA

INPUT

8 - 1

24 - 17

16 - 9

5678

75Ω

ON OFF

OUTPUT

8 - 1

16 - 9

1314

2324

WORD

MIDI

OUTPUT

INPUT

1112

1. Analog Input jack (connector: PHONE)

External analog audio signals to the D2424 are input here. These are connected, for example, to external mixer's group out (BUSS OUT) connectors. As signals applied to [INPUT 1-8] are simultaneously sent to tracks 1-8, 9-16 and 17-24, tracks for recording must be selected via the [RECORD TRACK] select key.

OUTPUTINPUT

MIDI

ANALOG OUTPUT BALANCE [ +4dBu ] / UNBALANCE [ -10dBV ]

THRU

REMOTE

RS422

REMOTE

100Ω

ON OFF

THRU

AC-IN

1718

SCSI

234

13141516

CAUTION

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

AVIS:

NE PAS OUVRIR

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

5. REMOTE THRU connector

RS-422 control signal (SONY 9PIN PROTOCOL or Fostex System Exclusive Message) input from the [REMOTE INPUT] connector is output here. This is connected to the second recorder REMOTE INPUT when controlling a multiple number of recorders.

<Note>

Analog input/output can be switched for balance/ unbalance via the SETUP mode. At initial setup, it is set for unbalance.

2. Analog Output jack (connector: PHONE)

Analog audio signals (Channels 1-24) from D2424 are output here. For example, this is connected to the external mixer [TAPE IN] connector.

<Note>

When using a current drive formatted to 96kHz 24 bits or 88.2kHz 24 bits, only [OUTPUT 1-8] will be functional.

3. REMOTE INPUT connector

External RS-422 control signal (SONY 9PIN PROTOCOL or Fostex System Exclusive Message) is input here to control this recorder.

4. REMOTE INPUT terminating switch

This REMOTE INPUT terminating switch (100Ω) is switched ON for normal use of an inputted RS-422 control signal into the [REMOTE INPUT] connector. When controlling a multiple number of recorders, the last one only is switched ON; the others are switched OFF.

6. AC IN connector

The power cable packaged with this recorder is connected here.

<Note>

Always plug the power cable to the recorder before plugging the cable into the wall outlet.

7. Optional Panel

The additional installation panel for the optional Model 8345 (TC/SYNC card x1) or Model 8350 (AES/ EBU card x 1). Normally, it can be used with the panel remained installed.

• For functions at installation of the optional Model 8345, please refer to [References] on the last page of this manual.

<Note>

Installation of the option must be done by our Fostex Service Station. For details, please inquire at your nearest Fostex Service Station.

8. SCSI connector [SCSI]

(connector: half-pitch 50-pin)

Connect a backup SCSI device to SAVE/LOAD data. Up to one SCSI devices can be connected to the SCSI connector.

* Refer to page “91” for more details on SAVE/LOAD

using a SCSI device.

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9. WORD INPUT connector (Connector: BNC)

Word clock signal from external digital equipment is input here for the purpose of phasing with external digital equipment.

10. WORD OUTPUT connector (Connector: BNC)

Word clock signal from the recorder is output to external digital equipment.

11. MIDI Input/Output/Thru connector

[MIDI INPUT/OUTPUT/THRU] (connector: DIN 5-pin) MIDI INPUT:

Connect the [MIDI OUT] connector of an external MIDI device here. The recorder can be controlled remotely via an external MMC (MIDI Machine Control) or FEX (Fostex System Exclusive Message).

MIDI OUTPUT:

Connect the [MIDI IN] connector of the external MIDI device here. The recorder will output MTC (MIDI Time Code), MIDI Clock signal, MMC (MIDI Machine Control) response, and FEX (Fostex System Exclusive Message) response.

MIDI THRU:

This connector outputs the input signal at the [MIDI INPUT] connector without modification. When using multiple recorders via MIDI, connect this terminal to the [MIDI INPUT] connector of the second recorder.

12. WORD IN terminating switch

This is the [WORD IN] port terminating switch (75Ω). Turn this ON when inputting an external word clock signal into the [WORD IN] connector from digital equipment.

13. Digital/Data Input connector

[DATA INPUT 1-8, 9-16, 17-24] (connector: OPTICAL)

These are used when loading song data in the D2424 (Sound data + various setup data) saved in external digital equipment. They are also used to input to the D2424, from external digital equipment, S/P DIF digital signals (DAT, CD, MD, etc.) or adat digital signals (adat equipment/digital mixer, etc.). The connectors function as follows:

[DATA INPUT 1-8] only can be used.

[DATA INPUT 1-8]: Inputs to tracks 1-2. [DATA INPUT 9-16]: Will not function. [DATA INPUT 17-24]: Will not function.

[DATA INPUT 1-8]: Inputs to tracks 1-8. [DATA INPUT 9-16]: Inputs to tracks 9-16. [DATA INPUT 17-24]: Inputs to tracks 17-24.

14. Digital/Data Output connector

[DATA OUTPUT 1-8, 9-16, 17-24] (connector: OPTICAL)

These are used when saving song data (Sound data + various setup data) in external digital equipment from D2424. These are also used at output of S/P DIF digital signals or adat digital signals to external digital equipment from D2424. In compliance to the use, the connectors will function as follows:

[DATA OUTPUT 1-8] only can be used.

[DATA OUTPUT 1-8]: Outputs tracks 1-2. [DATA OUTPUT 9-16]: Outputs tracks 3-4. [DATA OUTPUT 17-24]: Outputs tracks 5-6.

[DATA OUTPUT 1-8]: Outputs tracks 1-8. [DATA OUTPUT 9-16]: Outputs tracks 9-16. [DATA OUTPUT 17-24]: Outputs tracks 17-24.

* Refer to page “85” for information about “LOAD”

function.

* Refer to page “44” for information “Digital Recording.”

Display section

The recorder display integrates the level meter of a high-visibility FL tube with a 16 digits and 35 dot message display. The level meter shows the Track 1-24 output level of the recorder section. The time display shows the current time of the recorder section using ABS TIME (Absolute time), MTC (MIDI time code), or MIDI BAR/ BEAT (bar/beat). This display also shows messages required for interactive operation. The following section explains the display functions and provides with some examples.

1. Display shown when the power is turned on

When you turn on the power to the recorder and the connected E-IDE hard disk (a formatted hard disk), the display shows the [Initializing...] message, [Current Dr], the name of the connected current drive, then recording mode (Standard format, etc.), and finally the top position of the disk in the time base (ABS, MTC, or BAR/ BEAT/CLK) used in the last Program before you turned the power off. The following example indicates that the recorder started with the ABS Time Base used in Program 1.

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2. Preset Display

The display below shows all preset items for explanation purpose.

35 dot message display

This display indicates the ABS time, MTC time value or bar/beat/clock value, and a parameter name in the SETUP mode.

Level meter

Displays recorder output

SETUP

COMPLETED!

SURE?

level or recording level for each track. In the current drive formatted to 96 kHz 24 bits or 88.2 kHz 24 bits, only tracks 1-8 will function.

0 3 6

9 15 20 25 30 40

∞

DIGITAL

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

2 3 4

7 8

91011 12 131415 16

Track indications

Each frame will blink when the track is READY, be extinguished in the SAFE mode and be lighted during recording. In the current drive formatted to 96 kHz / 24 bits, only tracks 1-8 will function.

ABS

MTC

SIGNATURE

Lights up when ABS is selected as Time base.

Lights up when MTC is selected as Time Base.

Lights up to indicate a bar/beat/clock value when BAR/BEAT/CLK is selected as Time Base.

Lights up when the recorder enters data edit mode, enabling you to edit data. Pressing the LOCATE

LOCATE

key while this indicate is lit will cause the recorder to locate the position of the displayed time or the

COMPLETED!

bar/beat/clock value.

REMAIN

Lights up to indicate available recording time and space on the disk.

MTC IN ABS

LTC

1819202122 23

CHASE

OFFSET LOCATE

0 3 6

9 15 20 25 30 40

∞

DIGITAL

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

GEN UB

CLKBAR

BIT

MIDI

CHASE

TC RDY

FSMH

REMAIN

PGM

CLOCK

INT

EXT WORD VIDEO

DIGITAL

kHz

These will light when locked to digital in and "-" for the track set to digital-in will light up.

This indication lights up when the recorder

MIDI

receives effective MIDI message from an external MIDI device.

SAVE

LOAD

When the recorder enters save function mode, the selected parameter name will appear here.

When the recorder enters load function mode, the selected parameter name will appear here.

This lights when a digital input track is set and a

DIGITAL

digital signal is correctly input. It will blink if the digital signal is not correctly input.

This message indicates that an operation such as copy, move and paste has been completed.

INT

EXT

This lights up when the D2424 is operating using the internal clock.

This lights up when the D2424 is operating in sync with an external sync signal.

MTC IN

TC IN

MTC OFFSET

CHASE

PGM

TEMPO

BIT 16, 24

FS Hz

SURE?

With the optional Model 8345 TC/SYNC card installed, this will be lit when MTC or LTC is externally input.

Lights up when MTC OFFSET menu is selected in SETUP mode.

Flashes when "Slave mode" is turned on. When a signal is locked, the flashing indicator lights up steadily.

Lights up to indicate the current program number.

Lights up when the tempo setting menu is selected in SETUP mode.

Sampling frequency/quantization at formatting are displayed. This will also blink to warn that digital signals (S/P DIF or adat) of a wrong sampling frequency are being input.

This message is shown to confirm whether or not you wish to execute a certain operation.

WORD

when the D2424 is in sync with an external word signal.

This lights up together with display of [EXT]

VIDEO

This lights up together with display of [EXT] when the D2424 is in sync with an external video signal.

<Note>

When D2424 is not in sync with external sync signals (word/video) and digital IN signals, [EXT], [WORD], [VIDEO] or [DIGITAL] display will blink. If this display is blinks, inspect the connectors and cables between external digital equipment and check that sync signals or digital signals from external equipment are correctly input.

This blinks when the recorder is entered in the

TC RDY

TC READY mode by pressing the [EDIT] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key, and will light during recording of TC.

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3. Switching the display using the [DISP SEL] key.

Let’s assume that you turned off the power while the time display was using a time base of “ABS,” and then you turned the power on again. The recorder time display will again use a time base of “ABS.” (Underline->Displayed program number)

ABS TIME display

ABS

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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At this time if you press the [DISP SEL] key, the Disk Remain display will appear. (Both recordable time and hard disk capacity remaining will be converted to mono track and expressed in time and megabytes.)

DISK REMAIN display

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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FSM

PGM

BIT

0 3

6 9

kHz 12 18

CLOCK

INT

30 42

∞

REMAIN

SMH

BIT

0 3

6 9

kHz 12 18

CLOCK

INT

30 42

∞

232221201918

ABS time base

ABS

OL 0 3 6 9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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FSM

PGM

BIT

0 3

6 9

kHz 12 18

CLOCK

INT

30 42

∞

BAR/BEAT/CLK time base

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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BAR

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PGM

BIT

0 3

6 9

kHz 12 18

CLOCK

INT

30 42

∞

MTC time base

MTC

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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FSMH

PGM

BIT

0 3

6 9

kHz 12 18

CLOCK

INT

30 42

∞

If “BAR/BEAT/CLK” is selected for the time base (explained later), the DISK REMAIN indication will show a value (in terms of the number of measures) calculated based on the last beat/tempo data on the tempo map of the recorded song.

If you press the [DISP SEL] key again, the MTC IN display will appear. If an optional Model 8345 TC/SYNC card is installed, and the reference TC is switched to [LTC], and an external TC is input, that reference input LTC time figure will be displayed.

MTC IN display

MTC IN

OL 0 3 6 9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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SMH

PGM

BIT

0 3

6 9

kHz 12 18

CLOCK

INT

30 42

∞

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If you press the [DISP SEL] key again, the screen will return to the “ABS TIME” display.

5. Changing Programs using the [PGM] key

<Note>

Such operations as program compilation and selecting, will only functions when the "Chain Play MD?" menu in the SETUP mode is "Off." In regards to the "Chain Play MD?" menu in the SETUP mode, see page 57.

* About the Program Change function

The Program Change function divides the hard disk space into up to 99 parts to accommodate 99 separate Programs (P01-P99 — as long as available recording time allows) so you can record, play back, edit, and reachieve (save and load) data for each Program individually. For example, the first song can be Program 1, the second song can be Program 2, etc. You need to recall the desired Program before you start recording, playback, editing, or reachieving.

Pressing the [PGM] key will cause the recorder to enter Program select mode, display the message “Select PGM !”, followed by the current Program and Program number and a flashing “SURE?” indication.

4. Switching the Time Base display using the [SHIFT] key and [DISP SEL] key

When the screen is showing the ABS TIME or REMAIN display, if you press the [DISP SEL] key repeatedly whileholding down the [SHIFT] key, the TIME BASE display will change cyclically. You can select one of the following Time Base displays.

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

SURE?

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0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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kHz

CLOCK

INT

PGM

BIT

kHz

CLOCK

INT

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You can select the desired Program from the already setup Programs by rotating the [JOG] dial while the Program number and “SURE ?” are flashing.

After you select a Program, press the [EXECUTE/ YES] key to return to the selected Program’s ABS indication. The Time Base display will indicate the selected Program’s Time Base, since you can set the Time Base for each Program individually. To change the Time Base display after you have selected the desired Program, press the [DISP SEL] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key. Pressing only the [DISP/SEL] key will take you to the REMAIN display based on the current Time Base.

<Notes>

• The maximum record time of the program is dependent on the permissible record time (size) of the hard disk, regardless of how many programs are created on the disk. If, for example, there is roughly 30 minutes of record time remaining (REMAIN) on the current drive immediately after it is formatted, and a 20 minute program is recorded in Program 1, then there is only 10 minutes of recording time remaining for any additional programs. Simply put, if the total record time is 30 minutes it does not matter whether the 30 minutes is taken by 1 program or shared among several programs, since the total of 30 minutes for a recording remains the absolute total. Note that some disk space is compensated when several programs are created on the disk. A new program cannot be created when there is no recordable space remaining on the disk. However, programs produced by "Program duplicating" are exempted.

• For initial setup, when producing a new program, the initial setting of the currently active program is directly copied. For example, if there is a randomly set tempo map in the current program, that tempo map setting will be copied as the tempo map for the new program. This is convenient for producing a new program with the same setting as previously made music.

Display of void:

This is displayed if you attempt some sort of process for which the optional Model 8345 TC/SYNC card is necessary and is not installed.

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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BIT

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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CLOCK

INT

kHz

Invalid In/Out indication:

The In or Out point is not appropriate for the operation.

Action to take:

Input correct data.

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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0 3 6 9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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OL 0 3 6 9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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kHz

CLOCK

INT

BIT

kHz

CLOCK

INT

Overtime indication:

Available disk space is insufficient for the length of time (the number of measures) indicated on the display.)

FSMH

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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BIT

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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CLOCK

INT

kHz

Action to take:

During the copy & paste and move & paste operation, try to shorten the length of the copied data by the indicated amount. Alternatively, use the “ERASE” function to move the ABS END point backward to obtain enough disk space for editing.

<Note>

Optimizing the disk is necessary in the current drive in which multiple undo is ON.

6. Warning messages

If you perform an incorrect operation, input incorrect data, or if an error occurs, the following alarm indication appears:

Invalid data indication:

The input data is not appropriate for the operation.

Action to take:

Input correct data.

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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BIT

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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CLOCK

INT

Unassigned track indication:

Select any track.

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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BIT

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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CLOCK

INT

kHz

Action to take:

Use the RECORD TRACK select key to ready any track.

kHz

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∞

OL 0

kHz

BIT

∞

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16151413121110

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CLOCK

INT

Event overflow indication:

The editing points have overflowed.

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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BIT

0 3 6 9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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CLOCK

INT

kHz

Action to take:

After temporarily saving the data to an external SCSI via the SETUP mode "SAVE" menu, return the data to the recorder by the same SETUP mode "LOAD" menu. The editing number of points will be cleared and you can continue editing.

Load error indication:

You cannot load data because the data input to the DATA INPUT connector contains an error.

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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BIT

0 3 6 9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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CLOCK

INT

kHz

Action to take:

Check to see if there is an abnormality with the external digital machine connected to the DATA INPUT connector, or cable. Try to “LOAD” again.

Un-formatted indication:

The internal hard disk is damaged or not formatted yet. After this message is shown for about 10 seconds, “Disk Format ?” in Setup mode will flash on the display.

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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BIT

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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CLOCK

INT

kHz

Hard disk (E-IDE) connection error:

The hard disk is not connected correctly.

Action to take:

Correctly set the E-IDE hard disk again.

No disk error display:

This is displayed when the removable disk is incorrectly set in the SCSI device.

OL 0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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CLOCK

INT

kHz

Action to take:

Reset the removable disk.

Recording Disable:

Recording is disabled.

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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CLOCK

INT

kHz

Action to take:

Change the “Off” (recording) “Rec Protect ?” setting in Setup mode.

Action to take:

Press and hold down the RECORD button and press the EXECUTE/YES key to format the disk. (All audio and other data on the disk will be lost.)

Disk error indication:

This disk cannot be read.

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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CLOCK

INT

kHz

Action to take:

Contact the Fostex service station as soon as possible.

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Before Starting

This chapter describes some basic items that you need to know before you start operating the recorder. All users, including those who are familiar with using tape-based multitrackers and those who are new to multitrackers, should read this chapter thoroughly to understand the functions of the recorder.

1. Time Base

2. Recording method and REMAIN indicator

3. Managing songs by Program Change function

4. Real tracks and Additional tracks

5. Input monitoring and playback monitoring

6. Audio file and Event

Time Base

The word “Time Base” appears frequently in this manual. The concept of Time Base is similar to a “tape counter” on a conventional tape-based multitracker in that it indicates the precise position of the recorder transport section (the current position). The recorder offers three types of Time Base: ABS (Absolute type), MTC (MIDI time code), and BAR/ BEAT/CLK (bar/beat/clock). ABS indicates an absolute time on the disk. MTC indicates a relative time that is obtained by adding a certain value (MTC offset value) to the ABS value. BAR/BEAT/CLK indicates the position in a song created in the internal Tempo Map according to MIDI clock and Song Position Pointer. The following diagrams depict the relationship among these three types of the Time Base.

ABS 0

00 m, 00 s, 00 f

ABS

00 m, 08 s, 00 f REC END

DISK END

23 h, 59 m, 59 s

-002 bar, 1 , 00 clk

BAR/BEAT/CLK

BAR = 001bar, 0404 TEMPO=001bar, 1 , 60

01 h, 00 m, 00 s, 00 f

MTC

MTC OFFSET=01h, 00m, 00s, 00f MTC OFFSET MODE=ABS

(This shall be assumed to be the MTC OFFSET time set for the ABS 00m, 00s, and 00f positions.)

00 h, 59 m, 52 s, 00 f

MTC

MTC OFFSET=01h, 00m, 00s, 00f

MTC OFFSET MODE=Bar (This shall be assumed to be the MTC OFFSET time set for the 00 bar, 1 beat, and 00 clk positions.)

You can switch between these three types of Time Base to suit your purpose. (Refer to the explanation in “Display Section” on page “20” for more information on switching Time Base.)

001 bar, 1 , 00 clk

01 h, 00 m, 08 s, 00 f

01 h, 00 m, 00 s, 00 f

Recorded area

00 h, 59 m, 59 s

00 h, 59 m, 51 s

Non recorded area

<Note>

As shown in the figure, the ABS 0 position (top of the disk) is [-2 bar, 1 beat, 00 clk] (Time Base-BAR/BEAT/CLK). You can change this position in the ranged -9 bar to -2 bar in the “Setting the time signature” menu. Refer to the “Setting the time signature menu” section on page “

107

”.

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Recording method and REMAIN indicator

Recording method

The recorder uses a E-IDE hard disk instead of a cassette tape. You can start recording sound sources from any point on a formatted disk as long as the point is within the range of 24 hours in ABS time, as described in the previous “Time Base” section. (Refer to the following diagram.)

ABS 0

recorded area (3 min.)

The area actually used on the disk.

White areas are unrecorded areas.

03m 00s 00f 10m 00s 00f

unrecorded area

You can record at any point within 24 hours in ABS time.

recorded area (5 min.) unrecorded area (25 min.)

recordable disk area (e.g.: 30 minutes)

You can record at any point within 24 hours in ABS time.

12m 00s 00f

recorded area (2 min.)

REC END

23h, 59m, 59s

unrecorded area

REMAIN indicator

The REMAIN indicator displays available recording time expressed in time value (ABS or MTC) or bar/beat/clock (BAR/BEAT/CLK) value, depending on the currently selected Time Base. It also indicates the available disk space. Right after you format the disk, the REMAIN indicator will show the maximum recordable time and space on the disk. The following example shows that the disk had about 3 hours recordable space after the disk format operation, and has recorded data of 2 hours 48 minutes 57 seconds.

The REMAIN indicator displays the amount of unrecorded area.

recorded area (11min. 03sec.) unrecorded area (2 hour 48 min. 57 sec.)

recordable disk area (3 hours)

REMAIN

SMH

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

∞

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BIT

0 3

6 9

kHz 12 18

CLOCK

INT

30 42

∞

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Gray areas are recorded areas.

For example, if you record three minutes of data starting from ABS 0 (top of the disk) to ABS 03m 00s 00f on a disk that has a recordable space of thirty minutes, as shown in the diagram, then if you record two minutes starting at the 10-minute point in ABS time (ABS 10m 00s 00f) to ABS 12m 00s 00f, the recording end point (REC END) is 12 minutes (ABS 12m 00s 00f) in ABS time. However, this does not mean that the entire recording duration is 12 minutes. The disk space actually used for recording is five minutes (3 minutes + 2 minutes). That is, the area between three minutes and ten minutes (that corresponds to 25 minutes of recording space) in terms of ABS time is still unrecorded. When you try to play or fast forward this unrecorded area, the time counter on the display will count, but the recorder will not access the disk. However, MTC will be output when you try to play this area. On the recorder, the top of the disk is called “ABS 0” and the recording end point is called “REC END.”

The REMAIN value is calculated on a mono-track basis. That value indicates the available recording time and space if you record on one mono-track. For example, if you wish to know how much you can record on eight tracks, you need to divide the current REMAIN value by eight. The REMAIN value display is calculated from data on the real track and data on the additional track which will be explained later, and includes data left over for multiple undo. In other words, the REMAIN value will be displayed in the form of time/capacity obtained by deducting data on the real track, data moved onto the additional track and past editing data left over for multiple undo. As described in “Managing the song by Program,” the recorder can set up as many as 99 Programs on the disk. Setting up a Program requires a small amount of disk space. In other words, disk space is used not only for storing recorded data but also for storing all setup data. Therefore, make sure that you have enough space on the disk before you start recording to avoid running out of space (the [OVER !] message flashes in that case).

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Managing songs by Program Change function

The recorder features Program Select function, which enables you to set up to 99 Programs on the disk. When you format a disk, one Program will be automatically created on the disk. You may create more Programs, if necessary. You may also delete unnecessary Programs. The recorder also features Program Change function that enables you to select one of the Programs set on the disk. Programs on the disk are something like independent containers. You can record, play, and edit each container without affecting other containers. You can also name Programs, which is useful for managing songs.

program 1

program 4

program 7

program 2

program 5

program 8

program 3

program 6

program 9

You can set up to 99 programs (independent containers).

ABS

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PGM

0 3 6

9 12 18 24 30 42

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BIT

CLOCK

INT

kHz

This is the Program indication when using an E-IDE hard disk as the current drive ([P] will appear before the program number such as [P01] shown in the example below).

Refer to page “35” for more information on the program select function.

Refer to page “36” for more information on the duplicating a program.

Refer to page “37” for more information on the program delete function.

Refer to page “38” for more information on the editing a program title.

In regards to the "Chain Play MD?" menu in the SETUP mode, see page “57”.

<Note>

Total available recording time is always the maximum available recording time on the disk, regardless of the number of Programs you set on the disk. That is, if you use up the maximum recording time for one Program, you will not be able to record any data in other Programs.

<Note>

As described in the “REMAIN indicator,” creating additional Programs will consume a small amount of disk space.

<Note>

Such operations as program compilation and selecting, functions only when the "Chain Play MD?" menu in the SETUP mode, is "Off."

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Real tracks and Additional tracks

The D2424 contains, in addition to 24 real tracks that can be recorded/played back/edited in real time as one program, 32 additional tracks (In the current drive formatted at 96kHz/24bits or

88.2kHz/24 bits, it will be 8 real tracks + 48 additional tracks.). Real tracks are normally used for real time recording of sound sources and the additional tracks serve the purpose of temporarily storing the sound recorded on the real tracks. In other words, by temporarily moving data recorded in the real track to an additional track, another performance can be recorded on the empty real track. To exchange real tracks with additional tracks, the D2424 contains a "Track exchange function." By using this function, exchange is possible between all tracks, for mono tracks, stereo pair tracks (2 tracks) and in groups of 8 track units.

Exchange in 8 track units

Exchange in 2 (stereo pair) track units

Track 1

Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5

Track 6

Track 7

Track 8

Exchange in mono track units Exchange in mono track units

Track 9 Track 10 Track 11 Track 12 Track 13 Track 14 Track 15

Track 16

Exchange in 8 track units

<Note>

You cannot record data on Additional tracks in real-time. Also, you cannot play back data on Additional tracks as is in real-time. If you wish to play back data on an Additional track, first use the Track Exchange function to move the data to a Real track. Also, you need to move the data to a Real track if you wish to check the REC END point of a song on an Additional track.

Refer to page “72” for more information on the Track Exchange function.

<Note>

Track composition of a D2424 formatted in 96kHz/24bit or 88.2kHz/24bit will be 8 Real Tracks + 48 Additional Tracks.

Track 17 Track 18 Track 19 Track 20 Track 21

Track 22 Track 23 Track 24

Track 51 Track 52 Track 53

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Track 54 Track 55 Track 56 Track 57 Track 56

<Note>

Data on the Additional tracks also affects the REMAIN value. If Real tracks contain no data, but Additional tracks contain data, the amount of data (time and space) will be reflected in the REMAIN value.

<Note>

If the record time of the data existing on the additional track is longer than the data on the real track and all tracks are saved on an external DAT or adat, then the data of the additional track can only be saved for the time equal to the real track, and the remaining data is not saved. This is because the ABS 0 to REC END of the real track is automatically recognized and saved. There is a need to exchange the track using the track exchange function in this case, as well.

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Before Starting)

Input monitoring and playback monitoring

There are two methods for monitoring track sound (only on the Real tracks): input monitoring and playback monitoring. They are defined as follows:

Input monitoring

Input monitoring means to listen to what is being input to the recorder so that you can verify sound quality and etc. Either one of the following procedure is used to input monitor any Real Track or all Real Tracks.

• Entering any Real Track to input monitoring

To enter any desired track for Input Monitoring, press the desired [RECORD TRACK] select key to enter it in the READY mode and then press the [RECORD] button. If the [RECORD] button is pressed again, the recorder will enter the repro mode. The recorder will enter record standby mode and the READY track only will be Input Monitoring. The recording level can now be adjusted.

• Entering all Real Tracks to input monitoring

To enter all Real Tracks to input monitoring, press the [TRACK SHIFT] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key. Unlike the previous case of selecting any desired track, Real Tracks can all be input monitored even though the [RECORD] button is not pressed. After adjusting the recording level, to simultaneously start recording all tracks, enter all tracks in the READY mode by pressing the [RECORD] button while holding down the [SHIFT] key.

• Entering a track set to Input Monitoring to “recording mode”

To enter the recording mode with any desired track or all tracks in the READY state, press the PLAY button while holding down the [RECORD] button. READY tracks will enter the recording mode, the READY track LED change to constant light and the RECORD LED will be lit. Simultaneous with entering the recording mode, READY tracks will be input monitoring and recording can be done while monitoring the recording sound at the recorder output.

* The following example shows track 5 in Input Monitoring mode and other tracks in Playback Monitoring mode.

Track 8 Track 7 Track 6

Keyboard

This example shows overdubbing in which the keyboard is recorded on track 5 while tracks 1-4 are being played. Tracks 1-4 are in Playback Monitoring mode and used to check the playback sound. Track 5 is in Input Monitoring mode. You can monitor the recorded sound.

Mixer section

Track 5

Track 4 (Vocal) Track 3 (Guitar) Track 2 (Bass)

Track 1 (Drum machine)

Recorder section

Monitoring section

<Note>

When in the "Auto EE MD?" menu of the D2424 SETUP mode, the all input monitor mode can be entered automatically when D2424 stops. For details, refer to the SETUP mode "Auto EE MD?" menu in page 123.

Playback monitoring

“Playback monitoring” means to monitor the playback sound of the tracks (only Real tracks). That is, you are monitoring the playback sound on the track, not the sound being recorded to the track.

* The following example shows that all tracks are in Playback Monitoring mode.

Track 8 (Piano) Track 7 (Keyboard) Track 6 (Vocal) Track 5 (Vocal)

Track 4 (Guitar-2) Track 3 (Guitar-1) Track 2 (Bass)

Track 1 (Drum machine)

Recorder section

Monitoring section

* To play the sound on an Additional track, you need to move the data from the Additional track to a

Real track. Refer to “Track Exchange function” on page “72” for more information.

In this example, all tracks 1-8 are playing the recorded sound in Playback Monitoring mode.

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Before Starting)

Audio file and event

During recording, the recorder consecutively records an independent audio file (recorded area) in each track of each Program. However, you can record data on the recorder at any point within 24 hours of ABS time, and you can intentionally create silence between two audio files. In this case, a silent part is counted as a 0 file. Therefore, audio files and 0 files are consecutively created as shown in the diagram below. The total number of these audio files and 0 files is called “the number of events.” The maximum number of events is 512 per track (tracks 1-24). After the number of events reaches 507, new data will not be recorded.

ABS 0

Audio File 1 Audio File 2 Audio File 3

Recorded part

Silence

Audio File 40 File 1 0 File 2

REC END

Usually, an event is created by one recording or edit. The number of events increases or decreases depending on the number of edit points or the amount of disk free space. (The recorder disk management operates in such way that the number of events will decrease.) The number of events does not affect usual music production. However, if a small amount of single-track data is written in many different sections on the disk, the maximum number of events may be reached. To avoid this “event number overflow,” you need to check the number of events for each track. The recorder provides an event check menu in Setup mode for this purpose.

During analog recording, “0 files” are not created since silence does not create “data 0.” However, during S/P DIF and adat digital recording, the recorder records “data 0” (this is called “mute recording”). When one second of consecutive data 0 is input to the recorder, it creates a “0 file” and limits the consumption of disk space. However, repeating this operation will eventually increase the number of events, leading to “event number overflow.”

What is an event?

As shown in the diagram below, the number of events can be eleven or more if partial recordings are made. This is because an unrecorded part is regarded as an event, and a recorded part is also regarded as an event(s). The duration of each event can vary from 740 msec to 23 hours 59 minutes 59 seconds (FS =44.1kHz).

Event Number

ABS 0

12 3 4 5 6 7

Recorded part (shortest: 740 msec., FS=44.1kHz) Unrecorded part (shortest: 740 msec., FS=44.1kHz)

REC END

ABS 23h 59m

An unrecorded part (zero file) is always regarded as one even, regardless of its duration. However, a recorded part can consist of a group of multiple audio file, as shown in the diagram below. More precisely, one audio file will be divided into multiple audio files if perform many editing operations (such as , copy & paste, move & paste, etc.) on this audio file. Multiple audio files created in this way are regarded as events. (If you do not edit the data at all, the audio file remains in one piece and is regarded as one event.) In this example, one recorded area consists of six consecutive audio files. This means that this part consists of six events.

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Before Starting)

Recorded Area

Audio File 4

n+4

Audio File 5

n+5

Audio File 6

n+6

0 File

Event Number

0 File

Audio File 1

n+1 n+2

Audio File 2

Audio File 3

n+3

This is because when you perform a copy & paste, move & paste, or Auto Punch In/Out, the event is split at the edit point. Also, if a continuous long recording is made, the recorded data might scatter to different locations on the hard disk, thus dividing the data unto multiple events.

CLIPBOARD IN point

0 File

Event Number

Audio File 1

n+1 n+2

Audio File 2

Audio File 3

n+3

Audio File 4

n+4

Audio File 5

n+5

Audio File 6

CLIPBOARD OUT point

0 File

n+6

Countermeasures against accumulating too many events due to a long recording plus many editing operations: One solution is to save and re-load the data to and from a DAT, adat, or SCSI device. (If the song is too long, you may not be able to save the data to a DAT or adat.)

In this way, multiple consecutive audio files are optimized into one continuous audio file in some cases. Set the Clipboard In point and the Clipboard Out points within an unrecorded range to copy the area (the area that contains multiple audio files and you wish to optimize) between them, then paste the data starting from the same Clipboard In point. Multiple audio files within this range will become a single audio file.

<Hints>

Make sure that you set the Clipboard In/Out points within zero files, and that you paste the area starting from the same Clipboard In point.

* In any case, bear in mind that you cannot reduce the excessive number of events if the target

range contains a zero file.

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Fostex D2424 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Contents

Main features

Precautions

Front Panel section

Detachable Controller section

Rear panel section

Display section

Before Starting

Time Base

Recording method and REMAIN indicator

Managing songs by Program Change function

Real tracks and Additional tracks

Input monitoring and playback monitoring

Audio file and event